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I work year round to plan events for the spring. There will be no spring this year. I don’t get paid until the event happens and 30 have cancelled. They can’t postpone, these are once-in-a-lifetime things. I feel bad for all the vendors who rely on this revenue, too. Sucks for everyone, clients included. EDIT: I appreciate all the comments, good and bad. I am in a niche market, planning proms & have been for 25 years. Never could I have anticipated such 100% full stop, so I’m a bit shell shocked. It’ll be ok, but far from great. I know a majority of us are in a similar fucked situation, and I sure wish it wasn’t so severe for everyone. The fear comes in waves and it tends to be worse at night. Thank you all for listening.
azsharasrents
We took a pay cut. Working hard on trying to stay positive. Life as we know it is over.
iliketolol
I’m afraid there will be a new normal. And it could make the rich v. poor fight even sharper.
soregrapes
@OP same here
iliketolol
I’m sorry - it sucks.
TweakerTheBarbarian
This too shall pass. It might pass like a kidney stone, but it’ll pass.
PicassoCT
That will make for a nice gravestone inscription..
warslinger
'This was the stone'
gbuck55
I feel you - if there's any consolation, know you're not alone.
iliketolol
I appreciate that. I know I’ll be ok but damn it hits hard.
wetbandits23
Can’t postpone? Once-in-a-lifetime? So you either arrange comet-viewing parties or corpse flower-viewing parties or something with babies...
iliketolol
Lol. Proms. Seniors only get 1 shot. But I like your idea of comet parties. :)
Itsimmyeye
I bought a Gift Shop in Galveston Tx in February. Had 1 week of good sales. The next week the world went to shit. I had to layoff everyone
iliketolol
Oh man, I’m so sorry to hear that. Do you have online sales?
whenifinallyscorewithmarieantoinette
Wedding industry here. Business is destroyed.
iliketolol
I know. I’m really sorry you’re caught in this net, too.
Warune
Apply for government aid?
iliketolol
Yup :) Thanks!
knowmynameyoudonot9000
You are not alone. One day the future will be brighter.
captainclutch
Same. I’ve lost about $11k in event contracts so far.
iliketolol
It’s a real heartbreaker. I’m sorry :(
Levaunt
I also work for an event company with events in the summer. My boss has not canceled them yet and I think he's in for a rude awakening...
iliketolol
Unfortunately probably. I had 35 cancel in April and May. I really hope things clear up for the summer for you!
pc832pc832
Same here....self employment is really suffering.
YourFatMother
But self - enjoyment isn't.
zombiejon
Same for freelance dancers. Spring + summer is tour + show season.
Admithetruth
We had a big event lined up working with a local camp site. Not only are they boned because of cancellations, but massive mud slide
Admithetruth
destroyed half their site. We arnt pulling out, we are gonna change the date and try to keep it going, as well as get help to rebuild.
iliketolol
That’s really decent of you guys. I think we will see the best in most people during this.
isperia165
I work in Boardcasting sports and Photography for weddings. I feel for you a lot.
iliketolol
You know. I feel your pain, too.
ReleaseTheBeeees
Freelance AV tech here. Events and entertainment is completely fucked
iliketolol
Yup. I’m sorry - I know you’re going through it, too.
TheCoachAdair
Once in a lifetime events that happen every spring...are you WrestleMania?
iliketolol
Once in a lifetime, but many lifetimes. Proms :)
TheCoachAdair
As a teacher, I feel for this.
myUsernameWasAlreadyTakenAndIHaveAcceptedMyFate
Why is it the big corporations are getting huge bailouts and small companies are just kinda left to die
prophet002
Uh... they're not. Stop making stuff up.
badweatheralchemy13
-gestures vaguely at elected officials who make money off large businesses-
Movietimeme
It’s the American way
AntiTrollPatrol
We’re here for you - tell us your troubles...
iliketolol
Thanks. I believe I’m all talked out for the moment. It’s been a roller coaster!
MrBigTomato
We are going from "Business Survival Mode" to "Survival Mode."
RipOffTheBandAid
If this is the end of the world, I was hoping for aliens
iliketolol
No shit - right???
sahdad
I'm sure people are still going to want to have proms later. Even if its in summer.
iliketolol
We are hoping to do some reunion kind of thing. Everyone is open to anything at this point but it’s a wait and see for sure.
TheClayKnight
This won’t be over that soon
iliketolol
Shhhhhh!
SteadyRedRanger
Sucks
Porecomesis
This is why we need Universal Basic Income.
mnloggerman
Universal basic income will do nothing after inflation, it is a meaningless fantasy. You cant keep printing fiat currency and expecting it t
mnloggerman
Hold any value
Butane9000
Who pays for UBI? The government. Who pays the government? We do, with taxes. How does the government get taxes? Payroll & income tax. >
Butane9000
How does UBI make sense if nobody is working to pay the taxes to the government which needs said taxes to pay the UBI?
XinaLorreen
It will come, along with mandatory vaccinations and a cashless society.
qpx1
How is a business owner receiving a modicum of money from the govt going to help them pay all of their employees and operating costs?
warslinger
It wouldn't. that's not even close to the point
YurgenGrimwood
The employees would also get the income so they wouldn't need the pay when no events are held.
tdammers
The business will still default, but at least it'll keep the owner above the poverty line.
tdammers
Oh, and also the employees of course.
qpx1
And when the following month's bills come in? They need a job, but if the business is gone, then they need to find a new one. :-/
xVVitch
In an ideal, make believe world this would happen
warslinger
Make believe because we wouldn't have religiously fanatical capitalists, or?
warslinger
So yes
Porecomesis
Rather than make-believe, we need to make what we believe.
Leeuwerik
I work at conventions. No convention season=so much less income. The Netherlands is now giving income to entrepeneurs (of al sizes),
Leeuwerik
Maybe your country has something similar? If you have an accountant get in touch and see if there is a grant (is that the right word?)
iliketolol
I am looking into everything out there. I’m sorry to hear about your loss, too. It’s global, which makes it even scarier.
TedTheMan
So much sucking.
warmNchewey
Didn't you hear...the events are called off. There will be none of that!
BednaR
$20 is $20
iliketolol
Believe me, I’ve been saying that in my head a lot lately. Mostly for levity, but...
TedTheMan
OR after inflation $10
BednaR
It's not gone suck itself...
kolfacekilla
sorry to hear this. have you looked into - https://www.sba.gov/document/sba-form--paycheck-protection-program-ppp-sample-application-form
prophet002
Yeah look into this OP. Govt is giving small business loans in mass. Despite imgur's hate with it.
iliketolol
Lol. Thank you. I’m exploring all sba and government options.
iliketolol
I have looked into the SBA offerings. Thank you!
kolfacekilla
i know nothing about anything, but a lawyer friend suggested this. small business loan, from the government. low interest.
kolfacekilla
i'm in the same boat as you, i do promotional material for events. bunch of jobs cancelled. so we'll see how this goes.
kolfacekilla
regardless, hope you are able to weather this storm, as with everyone in this position. the stress is high.
iliketolol
It is super stressful. I know very few are immune. I appreciate your kindness!
iliketolol
It’s quite the deep hole, potentially. I hope we can get back to normal sooner rather than later. Fingers crossed for you, too!
678x
There's some forgiveable loans and grants too https://www.sba.gov/page/coronavirus-covid-19-small-business-guidance-loan-resources
iliketolol
Thank you! I’m looking into all options :)
TheFastpaws
The bailout should be for people like you. None should have went to the rich. NONE
Haydanas
Fucking seriously?? You want to bail out the local prom shop? Thank god you weren't put in charge.
iliketolol
I don’t need a bail out. Just some fucking compassion.
Slimtastik
Amen to that.
SilentSecretMan
I feel you... it has crushed my business too.
99percentofpeoplearestupid
Send a thank you letter to Chinese
iliketolol
I’m really sorry to hear that :(
notDre
My husband's business is hurting as well..
iliketolol
I’m sorry. It’s so hard across the board. :(
Grammit
Is there any way to shift your business to the digital realm?
iliketolol
I’m brainstorming everything at this point :)
Everyonesfavorite
Mine too. Applying for everything.
homoerection
My partner and I are in design and lite construction. Everything has canceled/been put on hold. We’re going to try and apply for some aid
ArchangelArtist
As an artist that makes 40% of my yearly income on the sales during the big Easter show, this situation is horrible.
iliketolol
I’m sorry. Do you have online options?
ArchangelArtist
And yes, that's how art works for us in the field, we work for many, many months to sell at a few exhibitions each year.
iliketolol
Exactly. It’s frustrating and we’re not alone. Unfortunately
Skr121
My wife's, too. Everything is groups in the summer.
finnishfriend
Same thing here, at least we can cry together, alone
iliketolol
I’m with you. ?it’s over soon!
CertifiedPreOwnedButtPlug
What kind of business is it?
finnishfriend
I don't know about the others, but I sell pre-owned butt plugs. These days people don't buy just any plug, they want a certification of use.
iliketolol
Certified pre-owned. I get it ?
CertifiedPreOwnedButtPlug
I mean, it's gotta be certified. Otherwise, how can they be sure?!
EverSeeAnyonePutOnACondomWithACrowbar
What do you guys do as businesses? We, as a community, may be able to assist in some way! Let us know!
quicksilver1
I set up big conventions in the city. We've even lost the Food and Wine Expo, a rich persons playground.
iliketolol
I appreciate the concern and offer. I do love this community!
Grammit
Have you considered going digital? The kids might help. Could be a fun theme! Social distant Tron Prom!
Fifofu
VR is becoming essential. I'd look at Vive's solution for virtual events with better avatars.
iliketolol
Proms
pdgun
Aww shit man. Feels for you.
PotatoCheesMonk
Pivot: make at home prom kits they can order and use in video chat things. Fill with prom like things (idk what since I never went to prom).
tsuketsu
My graduating class was only 5 people, and people are still trying to do proms online, there are options even if they are less profitable.
TheCoachAdair
Man, that’s tough. Was thinking about those a lot; I’m a teacher.
PlutoIsMyHomeboy
My friend helps plan and run "Vintage Proms" for adults. You can throw proms whenever!
LurkandJerk
Some schools here actually do proms in the fall, just a thought
DreamingOfDistantShores
I know this isn't helpful but if you're the one to figure out a way to salvage some kind of digital prom, you'll have a prime niche /1
DreamingOfDistantShores
and be a hero to a graduating class that otherwise is going to remember their senior year as 'the one that sucked because we missed out'. /2
DreamingOfDistantShores
Obviously dancing is out, but any sort of event would put a smile on some faces, just for the effort.
Icyfirebolt
I just heard that WV is doing a state wide prom in July to make up for not being able to do it now. Perhaps more states will do this.
TurangaLeelaIsMyMom
Can you imagine the number of virginities lost that night?!?!
TheCoachAdair
Lost lost
HackerJacker
Yeah that wont happen either. Any estimate of getting back to normality before Autumn is BS
MrJimmyRustles
All-right, alright! I know where I'll be in July... PS That piece of shit Epstein didn't kill himself.
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iliketolol
We’re taking about that in different districts. I hope we can work something out for everyone
arctictoool
I'll get downvoted to hell, but I'd like to think you shouldn't run a business that's only profitable once a year.
sampanbou
So any profession relating to taxes is out then?
anubricwookie
Many industries are seasonal. It’s isn’t ideal, but it’s part of those businesses. Farming, ranching, construction, fishing, some sales even
trapperjohnmd
Are you the Easter bunny?
AnOtterBrickInTheWall
6 people don’t get the joke.
coalminersknuckle
doodledee
Goddamn, the comment section has definitely been my main source of humor in the dark times. Take your +1
Alkuam2
Just remembered some porn I saw some years ago. "You're going to make me egg!"
mullinsmark007
Cats2cats
No the Easter Bunny’s facilitator.
iliketolol
Lol. At least I’d have a lot of chocolate!
eastbayrae
and that nasty ass Cadbury eggs.
Djsocar
Wedding planner??
Skippy76
Not if you keep giving it away for free
apytcypher0
Or op is a liar looking for fake Internet points
Luckyjack7
You didn't answer his question.
BlackMask686
Weddings dumbass
yiggadigga
OP answered "proms" in another comment chain.
Fifofu
Vegas would hint something kinky, but the relevance of Spring... my bet is on motorcycling stuff.
GoldblumNoises
Proms
maincarrot
Interesting............ I always knew the Easter Bunny was real....... I always knew......... *clenches Easter basket.. loads shot gun....*
mieashia
Jazzfest??
graehall
The handles on the overhead crates make it look like Fry has black bunny ears. True story @OP!
stainlessteelmohawk
I always thought horns
pookieeatworld
Illuminati confirmed.
SexDungeonsandDragons
I’m guessing wedding coordinator or something.
GotBannedForPostingAYoutubeLink
Don't people get wed all around the year?
Ynigmatyk
Event planner? Spring festival? Comic con? Hmm one in a lifetime?... Corpse Flower Botanist?
Kiriande
Weddings aren't just in spring
Nadyanilo
Tell that to everyone on Instagram
Codingale
They said they do Proms in another comment thread.
wetbandits23
Lol that is very postpone-able, just the seniors who are leaving for college couldn’t attend, that’s a small percentage of a high school
HellIfIKnow
That's, statistically, not a once in a lifetime thing, unfortunately...
Whatwhatinthebuttttt
You only have one prom at that one age of your life which is iconic